Welcome!

Welcome to our group! This hike is part of a series of day hikes offered year round. Established 15 years ago in 2003, we are the most consistent hiking group in Utah, hiking every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday of the year! Join us on 100’s of trails in our outdoor playground known as the Wasatch Mountains. Hike a new trail nearly every week and meet new people. Changing seasons and weather patterns make it fun too! Expect a kind, caring, friendly attitude when you arrive. Local day hikes are just the beginning! Join us on MANY exciting, adventure trips, near and far! People discover us online and by word of mouth. Changes are rarely made after a hike is posted, however, due to weather, road, trail and/or canyon conditions beyond our control, we reserve the right to change things at the last minute. Need to meet us somewhere other than our meeting place? Let us know in advance. Hikes are rarely ever canceled. Thanks and we hope to see you soon!

This is a free event!

The Avenues, The Woods at Parleys Lane. Day hikes finish by 12 noon unless stated otherwise. We invite you to hike for a shorter length of time, if you prefer. Many people do that in our group. A short, pre-hike meeting is held prior to leaving for every hike. We are eager to help you have a great hiking experience, whether it's your first or hundred and first time hiking with us!

Equipment or Gear

Water - 1 liter (1 quart) per hour of hiking is recommended, during any season of the yearA healthy snack (granola bar, trail mix, etc.)Sun protection i.e. hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balmLight jacket for wind protection and cooler mountain temperaturesFirst Aid Kit (small kit with supplies i.e. bandaids, etc.)Cell phone - which may be spotty in the canyonsCamera - optionalFlashlight - always be prepared even though most of our hikes are during the daySmall rain ponchoMy contact information in your phone. Sheryl: 801-278-5313

Location

6200 South UTA Park n Ride

6570 South Wasatch Blvd, Cottonwood Heights, Utah 84121

Start gathering at 8:00. Leave for hike at 8:15. See TIMELINE below. No dogs allowed in Big or Little Cottonwood Canyons. Find us on the south end of the parking lot. Questions? Call/text 801-278-5313

Timeline

8:00 AM

Start gathering

There is a 15 minute window when hikers will be arriving. Join us for a short pre-hike meeting as we greet everyone, introduce any new hikers, discuss final instructions for this hike, address any concerns, arrange carpools, and announce upcoming events.

8:15 AM

Drive to trailhead

Hikers are encouraged to gather at our meeting place, not the trailhead in case we need to change the hiking location at the last minute. If you need to meet us at the trailhead, text me before 8 AM so I can inform you of any updates.

8:45 AM

Arrive at trailhead, start hiking

The trailhead is generally within 10 - 30 minutes of our 6200 South meeting place, unless otherwise stated. There is often limited parking at the trailheads which is why we try to carpool if possible. Some trailheads have a bathroom, many do not. If you choose to do a shorter hike, let me know so I can ask other hikers since they may want to join you. Let me know at the meeting place.

12:00 PM

Off the trail

We are off the trail between 11:30 AM - 12 noon, depending on the hike. If it is an Out and Back trail, we generally turn around by 10:30 AM in order to be back to the cars in time. Come often and get to know other hikers with similar abilities.

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Meet Sheryl

Hi, I'm Sheryl McGlochlin, and I love people! I believe everyone comes with plenty of baggage and it's all good! Even those who are harder to love have taught me so much about myself. I have a passion for life and I hate wasting a moment of it. I have been blessed with plenty of energy and enthusiasm. I know there is great healing power in being active outdoors surrounded by nature, and my deepest desire is to help others discover that. My faith in God and the feeling of His great love for me, my family, and my friends are what make me excited to get up each morning. I look forward to meeting you soon!